Mitchel Town Notes and Sales at Rowley Co
Local notices report Rowley Co bargains in dry goods and specials at their Mitchel store Alexandria. Mentions Rowley Co sales, Rowley Co stock, and nearby business updates in Hanson county artesian well project. Also notes infant death of nine months J. C. Palmer, hotel site discussion, and road to revival with Shiloh cures and agricultural updates. Funeral notices include Mrs. Kruger and Mrs. Rouse with local church social planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowley & Co
Deck & Rdgerly
John Roth
Puller
R. J. Taylor
L.a.stout
Mitchel
Rowley & Co.'s
Alexandria
Hanson County
J.C. Palmer
Oscar Cassem
Shiloh
Warne
Davison County Politicos Speak On Capital Question
Mitchell correspondent reports Davison county caucus not yet set but likely next week. Capital question dominates, with plans for county and state races to follow. T. Mentzer named as possible state senator. John Case and D. M. Powell expected to run for first state legislature seats. Edgerton touted for senate. Mayor George A. Johnston also mentioned for state senate. No Davison candidates for congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davison
Mitchell
Sioux City Journal
T.mentzer
John Case
D. M. Powell
Davison County
Judge Edgerton
Congress
George A. Johnston
Rumor of Wife Murder by William Lang Exaggerated
Reports on Monday claimed William Lang murdered his wife in a drunken fit by cutting her throat but later details show the tale was greatly exaggerated. Lang remained alive and the full facts were still developing as the afternoon wore on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lang
Lang
Husband Violently Domineers In Liquor Rage
A man severely harmed his wife during a drunken attack, throwing objects and physically forcing her from the home. He used a hatchet to damage the floor while she endured kicks and blows, leaving her injured but recovering as authorities detained him.
Corn and Hogs in South Dakota Farmers Seek Diversification
Davison county farmers harvest wheat and oats with variable yields but generally good quality. Heavy July rains have moistened ground, enabling swift fall plowing. Dakota farmers should shift toward corn hogs grasses and cattle with sheep farming rising on nutritious Jim river short bunch grass pasturage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Minneapolis Journal
Davison County
Dakota
Illinois
South Dakota
Jim River
South Dakota Educational Convention Opens in Mitchell
The South Dakota Educational convention opened at the court house at 2 45 PM with A T Free of Deadwood elected chairman and T E C Patterson of Pierre chosen secretary. A nominating committee was appointed to draft lists for supervision teachers text books school lands and institutes. A morning roster named many county and city superintendents and professors from across the state. An evening session was set for 8 PM and Mitchell invited visitors to tour the city with carriages at 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Court House
A. T. Free
Deadwood
Territorial Board of Education
TE. C. Patterson
Pierre
Prof
Enos
Scotland
Andrew Ning
Union County
J. K. Davis
Sioux Falls
H. E. Kratz
Vermillion
C. J.C. McLeod
Brown County
L. A. Stout
Mitchell University
A. M. Rowe
Huron
M.a.lange
Canstota
C. M.young
Tyndall
C. B. Isham
Lincoln County
W. P. Robeson
Armour
BE. Q. Wood
Chas
Hanson
Ida Edmunds
Sanborn
St. Mathews
Spink
A. W. McClarren
Miner
A. G. Savage
Chamberlain
Young
Davis
Kratz
S. Bras
Mitchell
McClarren
Profs
Stout
Rowe
Llnion
Ring
Isham
Pres
Free
Miss Edmonds
Moyer
Bon Homme
Lange
Canistota
Wood
Chas. Mix
Robeson
Aurora
Petrie
Mathews
Whipple
Minnehaha
Ward
Hamlin
Patterson
McLeod
Brown
Hamilton
Brule
Savage
Restaurant Sold to Woonsocket Buyer Under New Management
J. B. Day sold his restaurant and fixtures to Mrs. T. A. Shepherd of Woonsocket who will take possession at once. Shepherd brings years of experience and is expected to preserve the house’s reputation as a favorite resort Bixby Gets Back. O J Bixby of Alexandria Dakota has been reappointed post office inspector on mail depredations under rule 10 of the civil service commission with a salary of 1600 dollars and four dollars per day traveling expenses. He was removed without cause by Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D. Cook
Sioux City
Shiloh
Waren
West Side
John Kruger
Warne
Milwaukee Round House
Board of Health
I. N. Lucas
Dakota
J. B. Day
T. A. Shepherd
Woonsocket
O.j.bixby
Alexandria
Post Office
Civil Service Commission
Sioux Falls
Wm. van Eps
Mitchell
Turner
van Eps
Wheelock
Illinois Central
Here
Dubuque
Goodykoontz
Silsby
Rockford
Illinois
Seaman
L. N. Seaman
J. K. Smith
T. F. Mentzer
Messrs. Turner
Mitchell Seen Best Capital Candidate in Race
Jos Harker says Mitchell has the strongest chances for the capital. Thorson of Canton and Scriven in Brule County express support, noting Chamberlain's likely withdrawal will shift western voters to Mitchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. Harker
Mitchell
Thos. Thorson
Canton
South Dakota
J. W.scriven
Brule County
Chamberlain
Chambelain
Banner Campaign Mentioned by Mitchell Fellows
The Mitchell fellows propose a banner campaign as part of their initiative. The precise aims and dates are not specified in the readable text, but the proposal centers on public display as a promotional strategy.
Moody and Edgerton Named as U S Senators for South Dakota
The Iroquois Ierald contends Moody and Edgerton are slated to become the United States senators from South Dakota, signaling a future political alignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moody and
Edgerton
Ierald
United States
South Dakota
Fair Health Thank You Miller Press Ad Debut
In Fair Health, Thank You. Miller Press: The Mitchell Daily REPUBLICAN is a healthy six year old, with its front page occupied by one advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller Press
Mitchell Daily Republican
The Major's Head is Level
The Aberdeen News reports a political row where a GOP figure targets Mitch Ell for the capital. The piece questions what Pierre did to deserve the harsh action and suggests Mitchell supporters call the major off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aberdeen
Mitchell
Pierre
North Dakota View on South Dakota Delegates
A Bismarck view argues Judge Edgerton and ex-Delegate Gifford will be sent to Washington from South Dakota. The column praises Edgerton and Gifford as an excellent pair of leaders, claiming no two better or abler men exist from South Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bismarck
Edgerton
Gifford
Washington
South Dakota
Mitchell Re PUBLICAN Celebrates Seven Years
The Redfield Journal notes the Re PUBLICAN in Mitchell is seven years old and improving with age. It calls the REPUBLICAN the most valuable Coe institution and praises the publican's enduring flag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Redfield
Mitchell
Coe
Would Make the Best
Pukwana Press the Mitchell Republican has entered upon its seventh year and continues to grow in favor as it grows in years. Brother Wheelock is a thorough newspaper man and, with the right support, would make the best paper in South Dakota aside from the Press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pukwana Press
Mitchell Republican
Bro. Wheelock
South Dakota
Deadwood Pioneer Seeks Dakota Capital Bid and Voter Loyalties
The Pierre booster presses a bid to be the state capital and to open the reservation with a Black Hills connection. The Pierre Free Press warns Black Hills voters that contingent gains depend on multiple promises, urging caution about reliance on Pierre butter and markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deadwood
Pierre
Big Muddy
South Dakota
Black Hills
Black Slills
Mitchell Daily REPUBLICAN Praises Town Newspaper Value
Mitchell leaders praise the Mitchell Daily REPUBLICAN on its seventh year of usefulness as a bright daily. Jeweler Elliott notes Sunday apple pie made from Mitchell apples. Major Greene argues Mitchell holds advantages in the capital race with rail connections to Milwaukee and the Northwestern line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elliott
Mitchell
Major Greene
Dakota Center
Crop talk and civic rustlers in Sioux Falls
J. W. Mason rails against crop complaints blaming poor farming and urges crop rotation for success. The piece cites Sioux Falls gossip from the Argus Leader accusing capital solicitors of rustling and calling many locals stingy or opportunistic while condemning a real estate boom as a bid by speculators.
Sioux Falls Prefers Temporary Capital Over Permanent One
The Sioux Falls Argus notes Sioux Falls does not want the permanent capital and would accept a temporary capital instead. It warns South Dakota voters may view similar sentiment with skepticism and expects Sioux Falls to avoid a gilt edged real estate boom while favoring a provisional arrangement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rapid City Journal
Sioux Falls
Argus
South Dakota
Pierre
Huron
Watertown
Et al
Mitchell Favored by Bridgewater Agents in Canvass
A Republican reporter quotes a Bridgewater Capital Investment agent backing Mitchell with over 100 percent odds and praising the city. The canvassing team expresses strong support, highlighting the location, rail access on the Milwaukee road, capable citizens, and potentially three votes for Mitchell per one for rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Republican
Bridgewater Capital Investment Company
Mitchell
Milwaukee Road
Mitchell Post Office Uncalled Letters List Displayed
The week ending July 29 shows uncalled letters including Bernis George W Billings E M Gabson Jacob Duffy James J Dokken Torkel Foster F M Heaven John Kelley Louise Kettlewell H Ilingsley M A Kohli Benedict Laine Frank Mallory H H Woredry William Peyton John Sole F Small Sadie Seaman W Varnes Eliza F Gillen Master Matt West Ella Wright Wallace. Caller asked to say advertised. uncalled letters after two weeks forward to dead letter office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Bernis
George W Billings
E M Gabson
Jacob Duffy
James J Dokken
Torkel Foster
F M Heaven
John & Kelley
Louise Kettlewell
H Ilingsley
M A Kohli
Benedict Laine
Frank Mallory
H H Woredry
William Peyton
John Sole
F Small
Sadie Seaman
W Varnes
Eliza F Gillen
Matt West
Ella Wright
Wallace
Sanborn House Rebuilds After Fire
The Sanborn building loss has been adjusted to the estate’s satisfaction. A reconstruction force will start work tomorrow morning and the rebuilt structure will be furnished and ready for occupancy at the earliest moment, with representatives from Watertown Fire London Assurance German American Germania and Chicago in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
E. G.fahnestock
Watertown
E. J. Vulley
Chicago
London Assurance Corporation
Charles Null
Sioux Falls
Ur. Lord
Minneapolis
Sanborn House
Teachers' Examination At Institute August 24
There will be an examination of applicants for teachers certificates at the close of the institute August 24. No certificate fee will be charged those attending the Normal. Any remaining balance after paying expenses will be refunded to the teachers pro rata. Let all be on hand. HL L Bras Co Supt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
HL. L, Bras, Co. Supt
Mitchell Lawyer Plans Marriage To Yankton Society Leader
A Mitchell man, learned in law, prepares to marry a leading Yankton society lady, signaling a union of local prominence. The report highlights his legal background and social standing in Yankton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yankton Press
Mitchell
Yankton
Mitchell Eyes Illinois Central Link After City Meeting
A Mitchell meeting with Turner of the Illinois Central railroad and supporters from Sioux Falls and local leaders discussed securing a connection when the line extends from Sioux Falls. Proposal includes land and money toward rights of way, with citizens pledging cooperation and a committee formed to press the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prescott & Smith
Turner
Illinois Central Railroad Company
van Eps and McLellan
Sioux Falls
Prescott
R. W
George A. Sillsby
Illinois Central Line
Land Office Notes July 1889 at Mitchell Patents Listed
Synopsis shows July 1889 Mitchell land office activity with declaratory statements 12 timber culture entries 17 homestead entries 6 final proofs 90 cash entry proofs 16 timber culture proofs 11. Patents received include numerous lot and section entries for individuals such as Harriet Bean Justus Schneider Charles Walters S M Stout N M Russell David Moulton Elisabeth Bartlett Wm Rathter John Sleighter Wm Cummings Mates Ruzicks Daniel H Donovan Ole Oleson Arthur Sykes Ferd Dobberstein C J Granberg N A Granberg Vincent Stewben and others across multiple townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell Land Office
Sparks
Young Beube
Sey
Sarah Baker
Geord Wheeler
Charles Thorp
Claus J Mehluin
Sarah J Cramer
Grover C Kelsey
Frederick Knight
Goran Sandberg
Adam Stafford
Ebenezer H Allen
Christin M Hange
Chester M Swan
Joseph Gladman
Wrank Hauska
Andrew J Whiting
Henry A Ramedell
BE H Durbin
David Hines
Gilbert Barnett
Newton Seidal
John Seidel
John Berer
Jonathan Heath
Anton Hofmann
Gottlieb Metzgar
Wn E Drake
Mary E Smith
Samuel Brown
Chauncey J Maynard
Harriet Bean
Justus Schneider
Charles Walters
S M Stout
N M Russell
David Moulton
Elisabeth Bartlett
Wm Rathter
John Sleighter
Wm Cummings
Mates Ruzicks
Daniel H Donovan
Ole Oleson
Arthur Sykes
John Si Kieher
Ferd Dobberstein
C J Granberg
A Granberg
Vincent Stewben
Farm Journal Offer From Mitchell Printing Co
Notice of subscription terms for the Capital and Capital journal with Dakota and Northwestern Agriculturalist. New subscribers at 1.30 for one year in advance. Existing and delinquent subscribers renewals at 1.50. Sample copies available at the office. Mitchell Printing Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota Farmer
Huron
Dakota
Northwestern Agriculturalist
Minneapolis
Secretarial Affirmation in Land Case Rejection of Brearly Claim
Assistant Secretary Chandler affirms land commissioner's rejection of Mrs. Martha A. Brearly's final proof for multiple parts of section 14 town 16 north range 68 west Mitchell Dakota. Evidence shows she resided far from the tract with only colorable visits and meager improvements. Decision is upheld. Also notice Mrs. Hyde's agent in Mitchell offers dress cutting instruction for locals during her stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chandler
Land Commissioner
Martha A. Brearly
Township 16
Range 68
Mitchell
Dakota
Sam
Mt. Vernon
Mitchell Re Publican Faces Capital Interests Backlash
The Mitchell Re Publican is urged to curb political prognostications that anger capital interests, with officials arguing neutral reporting would benefit all parties involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell Mail
Mitchell Republican
Convention Debates Rental Lands and Board of Education
The proceedings show the convention favoring rental leasing of lands over sale, supporting continued state funding for normal annexes, and debating creation of a Board of Education. Reports from committees on teachers texts institutes and other topics were presented and the body adjourned to 8:30 a.m. with harmony noted and aims to influence the upcoming legislature.
Preaching by Rev Geo A Mackintosh at White’s school house
Church notices announce preaching at White’s school house on the river next Sunday at 2 30 by Rev Geo A Mackintosh. The Presbyterian church will host morning and evening services by the same pastor with the evening sermon titled The Religion of the Tongue. All are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Church
Rice
White's School House
Geo.a. Mackintosh
Presbyterian Church
Geo. A. Mackintosh
Weather Crop Bulletin for South Dakota Crops
The Dakota weather service reports ample rainfall across the week ending July 27 1884 with some spots receiving excess rain. Sunshine was near average and temperatures were slightly below. harvests progress well with crops improving notably corn flax millet and root crops. Corn silk development ears setting well and small grain quality generally excellent likely grading No 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota Weather Service
United States
Signel Service
Huron
Dak
South Dakota
A Social Surprise In Republican Society Circles
Society whispers a bachelor long deemed hopelessly single plans marriage soon and will introduce a charming bride into a new home before the last new moon passes. Further details are closely held by the little birds of gossip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican’s Society
Little Birds
Pease argues Huron should host capital at center of competition
Vernon writer John M. Pease in the Mitchell Republican argues Mitchell will win the capital race yet asserts Huron is the proper place for the capital she sits at the center of many competitors making victory unlikely.
Board awards contract for west wing addition
The Board of Education met in special session to audit bills and canvass bids for a west side wing to the school building. L. F. Purdy was the lowest bidder and the contract was awarded. Work will begin immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Education
L. F. Purdy
Returned From Washington Greeting for Everitt Smith
Everitt Smith Esq has returned from Washington after inauguration week and is being warmly greeted by friends who hope to congratulate him on the visit to the national capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Everitt Smith, Esq
National
Also Mentioned on This Page
Uncle Bless
Main Street
Chas. Kibbee
Chas, Rouse
C. B. Clark
Preston
Battle Creek
Michigan
Bixby
Mitchell Fellows
North Dakota
Pierre and the Hills
Pierre Free Press
Queen City
Gana Valley
J. W. Mason
Jack Cloudas
Capital
M. Grigsby
John Steichen
Jos Steichen
Fred Fricker
Henry Klarvicken
Mathias Bruzen
Edward Tompkins
I ° P Overton
Wm R Day
Iizra Orcutt
Hiram L O’mealy
Thos Austin
Gustav Titze
Rich Sheehan
Thos Hodson
Chas P Taylor
Nicholas Koch
Ayrton R Robinson
P A Lillehange
Isaac Crawford
A Wabbeking
George E Landes
James H Getty
Josef Bodlak
Karlins Arnessen
Washington Hart
James H Warner
Ann Knudtson
John Flynn
Wm Gilligan
Viola T Davids
F K W Simons
Dane Weiland
Moses Kelman
Thos Jack Enemy
Hugh Ryan
Robin Howe
George Saville
George Anderson
Scott Hayes
Sylvanna Graves
Silas R Nurgen
Land Office Notes
Tlomesteads
Mitchell Printing Co
the Educational Convention
J. W. Ilarden
Kt. Matheny
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!